🔥 2026 HALF DISTANCE WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS - ADVANCED W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥 2026 HALF DISTANCE WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS - ADVANCED W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
The Half Distance Triathlon Western Massachusetts offers a rare combination of fast swim times, rolling countryside rides, and a picturesque run course—making it the perfect event to test your endurance and race-day strategy.
To perform at your best, you need more than just motivation—you need a proven plan. Our 44-Week Intermediate Training Plan is designed to help you reach your peak performance on race day.
✅ Why This Race-Specific Plan Works
🌊 Swim Advantage – Fast and Focused
Train specifically for the Connecticut River’s point-to-point 1.2-mile course, known as the 4th fastest half distance triathlon swim in North America. With average temps of 67°F / 19°C, this wetsuit-legal swim is perfect for pacing and confidence.
🚴♂️ Master the Bike – Power Through Hills
Our plan preps you for a 56-mile course with rolling climbs, transitioning from urban streets to smooth rural pavement—ideal for steady efforts and negative splits.
🏃♂️ Crush the Run – Finish Strong
Build strength for the 13.1-mile rolling course through Forest Park. We train you to pace well and surge in the final mile for a confident, podium-worthy finish.
🏋️ What You’ll Get with the Plan
✅ 12-Week Base Phase
No prior training needed. Build endurance, movement quality, and consistency from the ground up.
✅ 32-Week Specific Build
Includes a proven 3:1 cycle (3 weeks training, 1 week recovery) to maximize adaptation and reduce injury risk.
✅ Progressive Volume
Weekly hours ramp from 9.5 to 14, aligned with your growth and readiness. Peak at the right time—week 39—for optimal race day performance.
✅ Functional Strength Training
Transition from mobility and core work to full-body conditioning to power your swim, ride, and run.
✅ Advanced Aerobic Development
Incorporates Endurance Base, VO2 Max, Anaerobic Threshold, and ATP-PC Training to boost your speed and stamina across all three disciplines.
🎯 Designed for Amateur Advanced Athletes
Whether you’re chasing a personal best or stepping up to elite age-group competition, this program gives you the structure and tools to succeed in the Half Distance Triathlon Western Massachusetts.
Are you ready to transform preparation into performance? Join hundreds of triathletes who trust this plan to guide their journey.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Bike
x3
|
03:43:00 | 02:35:00 |
|
Swim
x3
|
01:21:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
02:04:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Run
x2
|
01:50:00 | 01:40:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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|
03:43:00 | 02:35:00 | |
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01:21:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:04:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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01:50:00 | 01:40:00 |
Training Load By Week
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